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Crockpot Chicken and Sweet Potatoes (The Easiest, Most Flavorful Recipe!)

An effortless and healthy Crockpot Chicken and Sweet Potatoes recipe featuring tender shredded chicken and hearty sweet potatoes in a savory, garlicky sauce. The perfect set-it-and-forget-it meal for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 6 hours
Total Time 6 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 395
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 lbs boneless, skinless chicken breasts about 3-4 breasts
  • 3 lbs sweet potatoes peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes
  • 1 large yellow onion finely chopped
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 cup low-sodium chicken broth
  • 1/4 cup coconut aminos or low-sodium soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1 tsp dried thyme
  • 1/2 tsp onion powder
  • 1/2 tsp salt more to taste
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tbsp cornstarch mixed with 2 tbsp cold water

Equipment

  • 1 6-quart Slow Cooker
  • 1 Cutting Board
  • 1 Knife

Method
 

  1. Place the cubed sweet potatoes and chopped onion in the bottom of your 6-quart slow cooker.
  2. Season the chicken breasts on both sides with salt, pepper, and smoked paprika, then place them on top of the vegetables.
  3. In a medium bowl, whisk together the chicken broth, coconut aminos, apple cider vinegar, minced garlic, dried thyme, and onion powder.
  4. Pour the sauce over the chicken and vegetables. Cover and cook on LOW for 6-7 hours or on HIGH for 3-4 hours.
  5. Remove the cooked chicken from the crockpot, shred it using two forks, and then return it to the pot.
  6. In a small bowl, create a slurry by mixing the cornstarch with 2 tablespoons of cold water. Stir this slurry into the crockpot.
  7. Cover and cook on HIGH for another 15-20 minutes to allow the sauce to thicken. Stir well and serve warm.

Nutrition

Calories: 395kcalProtein: 40gFat: 5gFiber: 8g

Notes

For best results, cut the sweet potatoes into uniform 1-inch cubes to ensure even cooking.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
Keyword crockpot chicken,healthy chicken recipe,slow cooker chicken

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